Tangy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 16 oz rotini pasta
• 1 cup diced dill pickles
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup pickle juice
• 1 cup diced cheddar cheese

For the dressing:

• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.

2. Drain and rinse with cold water.

3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, diced pickles, red onion, fresh dill, and cheddar cheese.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to make the dressing.

5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.

6. Add pickle juice and stir gently to combine.

7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.

8. Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if needed.

Dive your fork into this zesty Dill Pickle Pasta Salad and let the tangy, creamy flavors dance on your palate! It’s a perfect blend of savory and sour that’ll have pickle lovers rejoicing and convert even the skeptics. Whether you’re headed to a summer picnic or just want to liven up your lunch, this unique twist on pasta salad is sure to be a conversation starter and a new favorite!